Biloxi Public School District -

The Biloxi Public School District in Harrison County, Mississippi, is seeking sealed proposals for a three-year term contract to procure Apple equipment and computer accessories for K12 educational use. The procurement targets a comprehensive technology refresh, including approximately 2,000 iPads with protective cases and keyboards, 200 Apple TVs, and multiple MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and Mac Mini computers with AppleCare+ coverage. Proposals are due on March 13, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with submission options including physical delivery to 160 St. Peter Street, Biloxi, MS 39530, or electronic submission via centralbidding.com. The district requires all-inclusive pricing that covers fees, shipping, maintenance, asset tagging, device management software installation, and device settings. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest and best responsive bidder, considering price, specification conformance, and delivery capabilities. The board is scheduled to review proposals on March 18, 2025, with an anticipated initial purchase date of March 19, 2025, and desired project completion by May 30, 2025.

The procurement does not explicitly list specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. All devices must be eligible for Apple's Device Enrollment Program (DEP), and vendors must provide both unit and total pricing for the proposed equipment. The contract is contingent upon fund availability, and the district reserves the right to adjust quantities based on submitted unit prices. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the solicitation indicates a comprehensive technology infrastructure upgrade for the school district. Although a precise budget range is not specified, the initial purchase involves significant technology investment, with approximately 2,000 iPads, 200 Apple TVs, and multiple computer models, suggesting a potential contract value in the range of several hundred thousand dollars. Vendors must be capable of providing a complete technology solution that meets the district's educational technology needs, with flexibility for potential quantity adjustments.